Stuart Douglas Hughey

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I am Stuart Douglas Hughey, a results-driven business leader and logistics consultant with over 30 years’ experience across warehousing, distribution, and supply chain.

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I am Stuart Douglas Hughey, a results-driven business leader and logistics consultant with over 30 years’ experience across warehousing, distribution, and supply chain. I have a proven track record of driving operational excellence, growing businesses, and guiding complex logistics transformations. I excel at building strong client relationships, aligning teams around a shared vision, and navigating regulatory environments to deliver sustainable profitability.

I thrive on turning strategic ideas into practical actions, implementing WMS/ERP integration, standardizing processes, and leading cross-functional teams to outperform KPIs. I am passionate about continuous improvement and developing talent to create accountable, safety-first cultures.

  • 22 years' experience
  • Joined January 2026

Skills· 1

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Transportation & Logistics
  • Wholesale & Distribution
  • Manufacturing
  • Retail
  • Professional Services

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Work experience· 9 roles

Distribution Centre Manager · The Warehouse LtdJan 1998 – Dec 2005 · 8 yrs

Managed an 8,000 sqm offsite distribution centre, overseeing container devanning, order picking, dispatch, and inventory control. Reinforced security measures and maintained high standards of stock management for both The Warehouse Ltd and The Warehouse Stationery Ltd.

Contract Transport Manager · Roadfreighters LtdJan 1998 – Dec 2005 · 8 yrs

Implemented new operational standards and legal compliance for road transport. Developed optimal transport routes, established maintenance contracts, and created new employee induction processes. Transitioned to Business Unit Manager, where you sourced new premises, negotiated leases, and executed a major warehouse relocation under budget. Improved key performance indicators by 500% and secured multi-year contracts with major clients.

Operational Analyst · Owens Global LogisticsJan 1998 – Dec 2005 · 8 yrs

Troubleshooted warehouse and sea freight logistics, implemented KPIs, and optimised staff levels and profitability. Managed third-party warehousing and inventory control for multiple SKUs. Documented procedural changes and reorganised warehouse operations to maximise efficiency.

Contract Consultant · Auckland Hospital (Sterile Supply Services)Jan 1998 – Dec 2005 · 8 yrs
Contract Consultant · Canon NZ LtdJan 1998 – Dec 2005 · 8 yrs
Managing Director · Simply Logistics LtdJan 1998 – Jan 2012 · 14 yrs 1 mo
Store Manager · Dick Smith ElectronicsJan 1990 – Dec 1990 · 1 yr
Produce Manager · Woolworths SuperstoreJan 1988 – Dec 1989 · 2 yrs

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